How big do you have to be to need 2 seats on a plane?

American's website states that passengers who need a seat belt extender and whose body extends more than one inch past the armrest will need to buy a ticket for a second seat.



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The armrest is the definitive gauge for a Customer of size. It serves as the boundary between seats. If you're unable to lower both armrests and/or encroach upon any portion of a seat next to you, you need a second seat.

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Most likely, it won't be comfortable, but you'll still fit at 300. Try and book next to an empty seat, if you can. I assume you already do that anyway, but I don't know how often you travel, or whether this is your first time. There's a Plus Size TikToker who gives tips for air travel.

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How fat is too fat to fly? Even though there are no weight limits for fat passengers, there are normally three basic requirements for flying while overweight: Passengers must be able to sit with both armrests down. Passengers must be able to buckle their seatbelts.

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In general, obese passengers on airlines who require a seatbelt extender and/or cannot lower the armrests between seats are asked to pay for a second seat on their flight, unless there are two empty seats together somewhere on the plane. Special size passengers have little to no choice when it comes to this rule.

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I am a bigger person, size 24-26-28. Will I fit in an airplane seat? You will probably need to buy two coach seats and ask for a seatbelt extender (or to have yours). Remember, two coach seats are generally much cheaper and more spacious than a single first class seat.

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How fat is too fat to fly? Even though there are no weight limits for fat passengers, there are normally three basic requirements for flying while overweight: Passengers must be able to sit with both armrests down. Passengers must be able to buckle their seatbelts.

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I am a bigger person, size 24-26-28. Will I fit in an airplane seat? You will probably need to buy two coach seats and ask for a seatbelt extender (or to have yours). Remember, two coach seats are generally much cheaper and more spacious than a single first class seat.

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In general, obese passengers on airlines who require a seatbelt extender and/or cannot lower the armrests between seats are asked to pay for a second seat on their flight, unless there are two empty seats together somewhere on the plane.

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Can a 700 pound person fly? There is no legal weight limit for passengers on U.S. commercial flights but some airlines such as Southwest ask customers who cannot fit into one seat to book two. It says if a passenger cannot lower the armrests on one set they must buy another - whatever they weigh.

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I fly often, and at my largest size (about 18) I fit just fine without being squished or needing the seatbelt extender. I agree that larger people are more concious of not spreading into the space of others and I have had no problem when seated next to them.

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Most likely, it won't be comfortable, but you'll still fit at 300. Try and book next to an empty seat, if you can. I assume you already do that anyway, but I don't know how often you travel, or whether this is your first time.

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While Delta allows plus-size passengers (even those who need a seatbelt extender or can't lower the armrest) to fly without purchasing an extra seat, they reserve the right to ask travelers to move to a different seat or take a later flight if they encroach on another passenger's space.

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Choose Your Seat Wisely
While some passengers prefer window seats, aisle seats are often better for overweight passengers that are only purchasing one seat. Window seats are often the better option if you purchase an additional seat.

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Plus-Sized
  1. Choose your airline wisely. Be sure to check out the best airlines for plus-sized passengers further down this page. ...
  2. Contact the airline. ...
  3. Request a seatbelt extender. ...
  4. Consider add-ons. ...
  5. Check the aircraft you will be flying on. ...
  6. Check the seat sizes. ...
  7. Have your armrest up. ...
  8. Discover other people's experiences.


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Per their website, “The armrest is the definitive gauge for a Customer of size. It serves as the boundary between seats. If you're unable to lower both armrests and/or encroach upon any portion of a seat next to you, you need a second seat.” Customers can pre-purchase the second seat when they make their reservation.

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Contact the airline Don't be afraid to ask if they can book you an additional seat free of charge, or at least select your seat where you can be most comfortable. When booking flights through Alternative Airlines, we can contact the airline on your behalf.

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Bo went on to explain how 'wide-body aircrafts' have wheelchair accessible toilets on board but they 'don't make the same requirements narrow-bodies'. She said such toilets are 'also big enough for a big person to use'.

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In general, obese passengers on airlines who require a seatbelt extender and/or cannot lower the armrests between seats are asked to pay for a second seat on their flight, unless there are two empty seats together somewhere on the plane. Special size passengers have little to no choice when it comes to this rule.

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You will be fine, you probably won't even need an extender on your belt. A size 22 won't have difficulty fitting in a airline seat, and doing up the seat belt.

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Will a size 16 woman fit in an airplane seat? I am a size 16/18 and fly a lot with work. I fly American and though the seatbelt can be snug, I fit. That said, avoid the aisles with the non-moveable arm rests (exit seats).

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Even though there are no weight limits for fat passengers, there are normally three basic requirements for flying while overweight: Passengers must be able to sit with both armrests down. Passengers must be able to buckle their seatbelts. The aisle must not be blocked by a passenger.

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Airlines with the Most Seat Space in Economy
  • Jet Blue. Jet Blue is the leader in the “most pitch” and “widest seat” contest because the majority of their economy and coach class seats are roomy. ...
  • Air Canada. ...
  • Virgin America. ...
  • Hawaiian Airlines. ...
  • American Airlines. ...
  • Cathay Pacific. ...
  • Emirates.


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Even though there are no weight limits for fat passengers, there are normally three basic requirements for flying while overweight: Passengers must be able to sit with both armrests down. Passengers must be able to buckle their seatbelts. The aisle must not be blocked by a passenger.

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